Science & Research Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Physicist Salary in Arkansas

The median physicist salary in Arkansas is $128,041 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $152,430.

Median Salary

$128,041

vs National

$-24,389

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Physicist Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level physicist earns around $68,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $184,800 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$68,880

$-13,120 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$130,200

$-24,800 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$184,800

$-35,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$65,520	$78,000	$-12,480
25th Percentile	$90,720	$108,000	$-17,280
Median (50th)	$128,041	$152,430	$-24,389
75th Percentile	$163,800	$195,000	$-31,200
90th Percentile	$199,920	$238,000	$-38,080

Physicist Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for physicists in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$132,614

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$121,944

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$134,138

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$128,041

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$124,993

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Physicist in Arkansas

Education

Most physicist positions require a doctoral degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Mathematical ModelingExperimental PhysicsPython/MATLABData AnalysisScientific WritingLaboratory Equipment

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, physicist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.